ชนแก้ว

Definition

A toast, literally clink glasses.

Example

Etymology

'ชนแก้ว' (chon kaeo) literally means 'to clink glasses,' with 'ชน' (chon) meaning 'to clash' and 'แก้ว' (kaeo) meaning 'glass.' It is commonly used when toasting.

How & Where It’s Used

This phrase is informal and typically used during social gatherings or celebrations. It is most often spoken among friends and family.

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